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BV4536, BV5142 Natural Vent Gas Fireplace
CLEANING and MAINTENANCE
VENT SYSTEM
The fireplace and venting system should be inspected before initial use and at least annually by a quali-
fied field service person. Inspect the external vent cap on a regular basis to make sure that no debris is
interfering with the airflow. Inspect entire venting system to ensure proper function.
GLASS DOOR
Periodically clean the glass door as necessary. You should thoroughly clean the inside of the glass door
after using the fireplace for the second or third time.
When cleaning the glass, remember:
WARNING:
Never use abrasive cleaners or clean when hot. Allow glass to cool before removal.
Figure
25
Keep children and pets a safe distance away.
Never operate the fireplace without glass door properly secured.
Never operate the fireplace if the glass is broken.
CAUTION:
Replace any glass that is chipped, cracked or broken. Replacement glass door assemblies
nust be supplied by MHSC.
WARNING:
No substitute materials may be used.
WARNING:
Handle glass door with care to avoid striking or slamming shut.
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REMOVEDOOR
Push Up on Top
Hinge to Remove
Door Post From
the Hinge
Tilt Door to the Center
of the Opening
Lift Up on Door
to Remove From
Bottom Hinge
FP2203
Figure 25 -
Door Removal
LOGS
Leave logs installed in the fireplace for cleaning. Vacuum surface of the logs with a brush attachment. If
logs must be removed for cleaning, handle carefully by holding gently at each end. Gloves are recom-
mended to prevent skin irritation from ceramic fibers. If skin becomes irritated, wash gently with soap
and water. Vacuum surface of logs with brush attachment or brush logs with a soft bristle brush (i.e.
clean, dry paintbrush). To place logs back in the fireplace, refer to “Log Placement”.
NOTE:
Do not use cleaning fluid to clean logs.
ROCK WOOL
Replace or add rock wool as required following installation instructions in the
Final Installation
section
of this manual.
